Firm Objection to Proposed Windfarm Project

I am writing to express my firm objection to the proposed windfarm project slated for our community.
Firstly, the assertion of achieving "zero emissions" through this project seems misguided, especially in light of the global reliance on coal and nuclear power. Dismissing CO2 as a pollutant contradicts widespread scientific consensus and overlooks the multifaceted challenges posed by greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, claims that renewables are economically superior to coal or nuclear power lack substantiated evidence when considering comprehensive lifecycle costs.

The potential threat to local wildlife, particularly the Wedge-tailed Eagles, is deeply troubling. These majestic creatures frequent the very areas designated for turbine installation, posing a significant risk to their natural habitat and increasing the likelihood of fatalities.

Moreover, the visual impact of these turbines in an area originally zoned as rural, explicitly prohibiting industrial projects, is a cause for serious concern. The aesthetic degradation and potential devaluation of properties will disproportionately affect residents who invested in this area under the presumption that it would remain free from industrialization.

The potential release of bisphenol A and its consequential effects on public health and our water supply is an alarming prospect that warrants thorough investigation and evaluation.

Most disheartening is the project's divisive impact on our community. It segregates residents into two groups: those benefitting financially from hosting the turbines and those shouldering the burdens without any compensation. This division erodes community cohesion and solidarity, fracturing the harmony within our neighbourhood.

Furthermore, the growing awareness among the Australian populace regarding the adverse consequences of the renewables agenda raises substantial concerns about the sustainability and true benefits of such initiatives. These so-called sustainable projects appear to primarily benefit those proposing, hosting, and authorizing them, with limited tangible advantages for the broader community.

In light of these significant concerns, I urge a reconsideration of this project. I implore the pertinent authorities to conduct an impartial, comprehensive assessment of its potential environmental, economic, and social impacts on our community.

I am enthusiastic about engaging in further discussions to explore alternative solutions that align with our community's best interests and prioritize both environmental sustainability and social harmony.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

do not put these ugly fixtures on our rural landscapes. put them closer to the city. i object to this project. protect this landscape for the residents and the protected koala habitat.

I wish to submit my objection to the proposed Burrendong Wind Farm.

The immediate visual impact of the turbine installation will ruin a unique ridgeline landscape, and affect a proportionally high number of landholders in the area.

I have been visiting Yarrabin for over 30 years, with the pristine Meroo River, backed by the towering World’s End Ridgeline, always the drawcard for my return visits. The idea that turbines of the scale and size proposed could then sit atop such a ridgeline seems inconceivable for me, particularly when viewed from lower elevations to the East. The fact that the size and positioning of the turbines requires them to be lit at night, further screams out to the lack of judgement and poor planning behind this proposal, and would mean the turbines remain an unescapable, 24/7 oppressive reminder for residents.

My personal views on the use of wind and solar are not relevant and not a driver for this letter. My concern is that this beautiful and relatively untouched piece of Australian bush - cared for, loved and used by so many, can for even one moment be considered an appropriate site for such a project.

Thank you for your attention, and in anticipation of a review of the project that gives appropriate consideration to the lives of so many Australian bush lovers that call the area home. I hope the NSW Government sees the opportunity here to save one of its own priceless, irreplaceable views - which brings visitors to the region and supports the day to day wellbeing of its lucky locals.

My family and friends visit this area frequently for the natural beauty and serenity this area provides to get away from man made structures and be at one with the natural environment, it’s getting harder and harder to find places untouched, to escape to a refuge to reflect and regain some mental energy and health so to think that there will be oppressive structures spinning overhead is very upsetting I’m also concerned what will happen after the end of their life cycle when they are no longer efficiently producing electricity.

Please see our attached response in this matter.

Regards
Hugh Taylor
Australian Tree Consultants
430 Worlds End Rd Worlds End

RE: Urgent Appeal Against Wind Turbine Installation at World's End Ridgeline, Burrendong Wind Farm, Dubbo Regional, Mid-Western Regional

To Whom It May Concern,

I trust this letter finds you well.
I am writing as a concerned visitor and advocate for the preservation of the natural beauty and ecological integrity of our cherished bush environments, specifically with regard to the proposed wind turbine installation, Burrendong Wind Farm, near the World's End Ridgeline.

The World’s End Ridgeline stands as a high-quality scenic feature. Because of its beauty and serenity, it has become a haven for our friends and my family, notably during our stays at 167 Rockford Lane, Yarrabin.
Our love for this location is deeply rooted in the tight-knit community, the tranquillity, and the unspoiled natural landscape that defines the area.

Our family friend’s property at 167 Rockford Lane has been purposefully designed to embrace the high-quality scenic landscape, providing an uninterrupted view of the expansive World’s End Ridgeline. This unique setting has been a source of inspiration for our visits, allowing us to connect with nature, tune out from the hustle of daily life, and revel in the absence of phone reception and electromagnetic fields (EMF).
The ability to savour the solitude and witness the beauty without visual obstructions is what makes this locale truly exceptional.

It is with great concern that we have learned of ARK Energy's proposal to install wind turbines along the World’s End Ridgeline.
The potential repercussions of such a project extend beyond the visual impact and pose serious threats to our health, community cohesion, and the very essence of what makes this area special.
We implore ARK Energy to heed the feedback from our community and reconsider the installation of turbines along the World’s End Ridgeline.

Places like the Sunset Bar, where we go to watch the sunsets, being the highest point in the property, where you can also enjoy expansive views of the Burrendong Dam.
To the Eagle’s Nest, where we can camp at another high point on the property, would be adversely affected, diminishing the very experiences that draw us to this location.

While the health concerns associated with infrasound, EMF and BPA’s are concerning enough. The intrusive nature of towering turbines with flashing lights and constant movement will irrevocably disrupt the peace and well-being of our home away from home.

The emotional stress this has caused our family and families such as the Pedersens is also troubling, not only for the significant decrease in property values but with the potential division created within our tight-knit community

The proposed wind turbine installation, spearheaded by a multinational company, threatens to compromise the essence of our lifestyle properties and sends profits offshore without due consideration for our bush, families, and communities.

The environmental consequences are equally troubling, with the risk of landscape degradation, habitat destruction. The prospect of bulldozing over 600 hectares of bushland, impacting wildlife such as:
Wedge-Tailed eagles
Glossy Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos
Koalas – specifically bulldozing Burrendong Koala habitat
Micro Bats

In conclusion, I urge the government to carefully reconsider the approval of the proposed wind turbine installation of Burrendong Wind Farm, taking into account the profound impact on our community, health, and environment.
Our bush and its unique landscapes deserve preservation, and I trust that your office will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the essence of this pristine environment for current and future generations.

Thank you for your attention to this critical matter.

RE: Opposition to Wind Turbine Installation at Burrendong Wind Farm, Dubbo Regional, Mid-Western Regional

Hi,

My name is Sophie and I am 7 years old. I am writing to you today about a special place I like to visit.
My family visits our family friends’ property 167 Rockford Lane, Yarrabin. We really, really love it!

It's a magical place with beautiful views and nature.
Our friend's house is made so we can see all the amazing views of the World's End Ridgeline.
We like to go there because its is very beautiful and there is no TV or internet, so our parents get to teach us about nature.
We have gone swimming in the waterhole, and fishing for yabbies in the pond.
We go swimming in the river and Dad teaches about currents and flooding.
We like to go to the top or the mountain and see the sunset and then we cook dinner on the campfire and run around til dark.
We dig holes, find rocks and Dad teaches us about trees and plants.
Our friend’s Dad has taught us about gold-panning and the history of the gold rush in Mudgee, we even saw the really old houses used by the gold diggers.
We also get to stay up late and see the stars, which are not as cool in Sydney.

Mum and Dad, says that a company is going to come and bulldoze a lot of bushland to make way for giant turbines.
This makes me sad as our parents have taught us about all the native animals that live there. Like Wedge-Tailed Eagles, Koalas, Micro Bats and Glossy Red-Tailed Black Cockatoos.
We want to keep our special place just the way it is and keep the bush for the animals.

I would like the government to find a better place for these turbines.
Our special place deserves to be safe, and I hope they will help us keep it that way for a long time

Thanks
Sophie Homan

Please see objection attached.
Regards